Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' | Papaver orientale
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Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere'
Papaver orientale
- Ignite your garden with the intense, deep blood-red blooms of one of the most striking and dramatic oriental poppies available.
- Papaver orientale 'Beauty of Livermere' produces absolutely massive, bowl-shaped flowers that simply cannot be ignored in the early summer border.
- This poppy is incredibly robust and towering, easily pushing its brilliant crimson blooms up through surrounding foliage for maximum impact.
- It acts as an enormous, irresistible magnet for bees, ensuring your garden hums with vital pollinator activity during its flowering season.
- Plant it in a sunny spot, and this remarkably fully hardy perennial will reward you with a breathtaking, fiery display year after reliable year.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' can be grown in a pot, but needs a deep 40cm container for its taproot.
How big does it get?
Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' typically reaches a mature height of 80 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' | Papaver orientale does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Poppy 'Beauty of Livermere' is fully hardy (H5), tolerating temperatures down to -15°C. It is generally robust across the UK, though it may benefit from winter protection in the coldest regions.
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